by PerErik | Jan 19, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Walking vigorously Burns 170 calories in 30 minutes That’s right, walking actually made our list. Full disclosure, though: A leisurely stroll with a friend won’t cut it. You should be walking briskly enough that it’s difficult to keep up a steady conversation. To get...
by PerErik | Jan 19, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Dancing Burns 221 calories in 30 minutes This may not be the biggest calorie-burner in the bunch, but it’s still an excellent—and fun!—metabolism booster. (Just look at Kelly Osbourne, who jump-started her amazing 42-pound loss on Dancing with the Stars.) The key is...
by PerErik | Jan 18, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Tennis Burns 272 calories in 30 minutes Don’t think you need to round up a partner or trek all the way to a court to break a super sweat with racket in hand. Simply find a flat area near a wall or garage door that you can hit the ball against. Alternate forehand and...
by PerErik | Jan 18, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Hula Hooping Burns 300 calories in 30 minutes Marisa Tomei and Beyoncé hoop to keep their bodies beautiful. To do it yourself, grab an adult-sized hoop (they’re larger and heavier than kids’ hoops, making them easier to spin); you’ll know you have the right size if it...
by PerErik | Jan 18, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Jumping Rope Burns 340 calories in 30 minutes You knew this workout had to be high on the list. After all, it’s one of pro boxers’ favorite ways to train. To get the most from each jump, use a rope with handles that reach to just under your armpits when you stand on...
by PerErik | Jan 18, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Running Burns 374 calories in 30 minutes The typical runner’s shape is sleek and lean, and there’s a reason for that: The major running muscles—legs, butt, core—happen to be the biggest calorie-and-fat-burning muscles in your body. To get the most out of each stride,...
